All Forum Posts by: Kyle Asher

Hello all,

I'm just looking for a little advice and I know that the Bigger Pockets network will have some great stuff for me :)  My wife and I just went and looked at a house that is bank owned. It has been vacant for 2 years, basically needs everything done cosmetically and who know what else after an inspection. We love the potential and would like to move forward in the process, but can't get anywhere with the selling agent/bank. Automated voicemail and offer process is online. We really don't feel comfortable even making an offer until we have an inspection and estimate reno cost. As it is listed at comp level of houses in the area that need no work done. 

Ultimately just at a loss as to what to do next. Any advice would be appreciated!

-Kyle

@Marc Winter Thank you for the video suggestion, that is great! An inspection check list is what I was thinking about. I'll look for one that seems to fit my needs. But it sounds like I need to get a contractor.

 Looking to B&H and nothing with any major renovations to get started. Thanks for the advice!

@Alan Pederson Thank you Alan. I don't have the experience, but I hope to get to that point!

@Wilson Lee I'm not looking to buy anything that needs major work for my first property, so a contractor wasn't on my radar. I do have a couple of connections with some and I bet a beer or two would make it worth their time :) Thank you!

Hello everyone! I am getting ready to visit my first few properties as an investor :) Pretty pumped to be taking an actual step instead of reading and listening to podcasts (which are still great by the way). 

I was wondering if anyone had a checklist or tool that they used to get a rough estimate for repairs? Flooring, paint, holes, general maintenance, etc. 

Thank you any help would be appreciated!

-Kyle

Hey everyone! My name is Kyle Asher, I was born and raised in Cincinnati OH. Other than buying the previous and current house that my wife and sons live in, I am completely new to investing. I have been reading and listening to everything that I can get my hands on. I hope to be actively looking for a property within the next 6 months to a year.